NORQAIN Freedom 60 Chrono 40MM “Enjoy Life” Special Edition
Here’s one chronograph that’s perfect for the summer: NORQAIN’s Freedom 60 presents a colourful and fun twist to this watch category. The timeless sport chronograph gets a gelato-inspired makeover in the “Enjoy Life” special edition, with each of the three subdials (as well as 1/3 of the bezel above it) appearing in pastel shades of blue, pink, and green. Additionally, the date window displays a special image on every 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th of each month, a whimsical illustration of a three-scoop ice-cream cone, as a reminder for you to treat yourself to something sweet every week.
On the transparent sapphire glass caseback, a printed “Enjoy Life” motto adds a charming touch of fun to the wearing experience too. An interesting take on a style of watches that are often quite minimal and clean to match it’s professional-grade function, NORQAIN delivers a tribute to our inner child with this colourful release.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph
The Reverso has long been a mainstay collection in the annals of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s long history, and the release of the Reverso Tribute Chronograph in 2023 marked a significant launch for the line. Then, in late 2024, it got an update with a full pink gold reinterpretation, a material and colourway that really brings out the coolness of the chronograph face. Like any Reverso, the front features a minimal pink gold dial with a new decorative finish of laser-engraved fine lines across the dial. The reverse dial is where the stunning chronograph lies, with pink gold bridges and black-painted subdials that contrast. The blue hands adds a dash of colour to the dial. The dual-face Reverso Tribute Chronograph already offers a cool design, but the use of full pink gold – along with matching tan leather strap – makes this the choice for the elegant.
Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph
The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph gets a new colour palette, and it’s all decked out in shades of grey. Monochromatic in grey shades, black ceramic, and white gold, the watch face gets a subtle pop of colour from the pink gold watch hands, chronograph measures and the exposed oscillating weight. The geometric lines of the case creates a fascinating face, using black ceramic that is sintered at 1000C and hand-finished with satin-brushing. This chronograph is powered by Audemars Piguet’s Calibre 2952 which is a mainstay movement for Code 11.59’s chronograph models.
H. Moser & Cie Streamliner Flyback Chronograph Swiss Mad Red Cortina Watch Limited Edition
Independent watchmaker H. Moser & Cie collaborated with Cortina Watch, one of Asia Pacific’s leading watch retailers and longtime partner of Moser, in the creation of the Streamliner Flyback Chronograph. Designed with inspiration from the dynamic shapes and forms of early 20th century speed trains, the Streamliner now makes a debut in the bright and bold Swiss Mad Red dial. Unlike other chronographs, the Streamliner doesn’t have a separate counter for the function, embedding it directly onto the dial.
Together with the red second hand and transparent lacquer logo on the face, this chronograph retains the minimalist design philosophy Moser is known for, while still injecting a touch of distinction to the watch. This timepiece is equipped by the calibre HMC 907, created in partnership with AGENHOR, which can be viewed in all its glory through the transparent case back. And as expected from Moser’s stunning releases, the Streamliner Flyback Chronograph is super limited to only 20 pieces.
Maurice Lacroix AIKON Titanium Automatic Chronograph
This is the choice for the city slicker, as Maurice Lacroix’s hugely popular AIKON line of urban watches gets a new addition of the super-lightweight kind with the all-titanium Automatic Chronograph. Fusing two grades of titanium creates a visual contrast along the watch case and bracelet, which pairs nicely with the two available colourways – purple dial with silver counters, and gold dial with black counters. And as the AIKON collection is made to match the demanding urban lifestyle, this timepiece also comes equipped with the ML Easy Strap Exchange system, allowing you to swap out the bracelet for different materials and colours to best match your fast-changing daily needs.
NORQAIN Independence Skeleton Chrono
Adventurous independent watch company Norqain debuts not just a new chronograph, but also a new manufacture with the launch of the Independence Skeleton Chrono. Based on NORQAIN’s sports watch Independence model, the Independence Skeleton is the mark of a milestone for the young brand, debuting a flyback chronograph movement made by the house in partnership with Manufacture AMT. The movement is the NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Calibre (NK24/1), and is only available in two watches at launch, which are the Independence Skeleton Chrono models in titanium DLC and steel. With cutaways in the dial to create the mountain motif and engraved logos on the movement’s pieces, there is much to be admired both aesthetically and functionally too.
Omega Speedmaster 38mm
First launched in 2017, the Speedmaster 38mm collection is a mainstay for Omega, and a fan favourite for those looking for a luxurious chronograph. This year, they introduced eight new models to the lineup, two in OMEGA’s 18K Sedna™ Gold, two in 18K Moonshine™ Gold, and four in classic stainless steel with a choice of two striking dial colours of brown and green. Sporting a 1.5 carat diamond-paved bezel and three diamond-ringed subdials, these chronographs are not just made to be admired as they are powered by the OMEGA Co-Axial Calibre 3330 which makes it a Speedmaster to the core. The watch hands are filled with white Super-LumiNova for legibility, and while the deep toned dial colours are inspired by legacy models, harking back to the green dial of the 42mm Moonwatch and the brown dial of the popular De Ville Chocolate.
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